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Family Launching Nonprofit To Honor NJ Nurse With Bipolar Disorder Who Died By Suicide At 30 Family Launching Nonprofit To Honor NJ Nurse With Bipolar Disorder Who Died By Suicide At 30
Family Launching Nonprofit To Honor NJ Nurse With Bipolar Disorder Who Died By Suicide At 30 The grieving loved ones of a passionate, caring, and devoted New Jersey RN who died by suicide at age 30 are accepting donations to launch a nonprofit that will honor his legacy while advocating for essential mental health support services and accessibility. Joseph Lavery Gullo, of West Berlin, died Wednesday, May 10, his obituary says. He leaves behind his incredible parents, Gregory and Susan (Diamond ) Gullo; his brother and sister, Gregory Gullo, Jr. (Kate), and Erin Gullo (Kyle); his two beloved dogs, Jager and Meep; as well as countless extended family members and close friends who wil…

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by Valerie Musson
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Support Pours In After Sudden Death Of Devoted South Jersey Dad, Groundskeeper Michael Erb, 42 Support Pours In After Sudden Death Of Devoted South Jersey Dad, Groundskeeper Michael Erb, 42
Support Pours In After Sudden Death Of Devoted South Jersey Dad, Groundskeeper Michael Erb, 42 The sudden death of a devoted South Jersey father of two, longtime groundskeeper, and business owner has prompted a wave of support from the local community. Michael Joseph Erb, of Villas, died “suddenly yet peacefully” on Tuesday, May 9, his obituary says. Born in Philadelphia, Michael spent the last 25 years working as a groundskeeper and custodian for Lower Cape May Regional High School. He was known for his love of art, which motivated him to launch a family paint party business called Artist on the Rocks in North Cape May. “He had such a passion for all collectibles, toys, nosta…

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by Valerie Musson
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Beloved Ocean County Auto Tech Thomas Davis Dies After Battling Rare Brain Cancer, 20 Beloved Ocean County Auto Tech Thomas Davis Dies After Battling Rare Brain Cancer, 20
Beloved Ocean County Auto Tech Thomas Davis Dies After Battling Rare Brain Cancer, 20 Beloved Ocean County auto technician Thomas Luke Davis died Wednesday, May 10 following a brave battle with brain cancer. He was 20. Born in Lakewood, Thomas was a lifelong resident of Manchester, his obituary says. He participated in Little League and baseball before graduating from Manchester High School in 2020. Thomas “absolutely enjoyed” working as an Auto Technician for Pine Belt Subaru in Lakewood, reads his memorial. He was passionate about spending his free time outdoors — riding quads, fishing, bow hunting, camping, and more. Thomas also had an enthusiastic and insightful mind a…

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by Valerie Musson
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Beloved Central Jersey Dad Adrian Burke Dies During Family Vacation, Prompting Wave Of Support Beloved Central Jersey Dad Adrian Burke Dies During Family Vacation, Prompting Wave Of Support
Beloved Central Jersey Dad Adrian Burke Dies During Family Vacation, Prompting Wave Of Support Support is pouring for the family of beloved South Jersey dad Adrian Richard Burke, who died of congestive heart failure while vacationing with his wife. Adrian was cleared by his doctor to take a trip to Turks and Caicos in April with his wife, Malvina, following a 30-year history of congestive heart failure, according to a GoFundMe launched by loved ones who’d been hoping, at the time, to help him return home and in good health. About two days into the trip, Adrian “became very short of breath and was admitted to the local hospital in Turks and Caicos with an acute flare up of his heart f…

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by Valerie Musson
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Secretary Who Spent 65 Years At South Jersey HS Dies 11 Days After Car Accident Secretary Who Spent 65 Years At South Jersey HS Dies 11 Days After Car Accident
Secretary Who Spent 65 Years At South Jersey HS Dies 11 Days After Car Accident A woman who spent 65 years of her life at Lenape High School in Burlington County has died at the age of 79, 11 days after suffering a car accident. Mary Jane Mullen passed away on Sunday, May 14. She was hired as a secretary at Lenape High School in July 1961, a month after she graduated from the same high school, where she was president of the the Future Secretary’s Club. The Philadelphia native had lived in Medford for many years, according to her obituary. High School Principal Tony Cattani sent an email Sunday saying: "The Lenape Family suffered a profound loss today with the d…

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by Jon Craig
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Jersey Shore High Schooler Killed En Route To Celebratory Graduation Lunch Was 'Bright Light' Jersey Shore High Schooler Killed En Route To Celebratory Graduation Lunch Was 'Bright Light'
Jersey Shore High Schooler Killed En Route To Celebratory Graduation Lunch Was 'Bright Light' A foundation is being created to memorialize the 18-year-old New Jersey high school senior killed in a crash. Lauren Hewski was killed en route to celebrating her graduation from an early college program when the Jeep Cherokee she was riding in overturned in Colts Neck. "To everyone that knew her, Lauren was a bright light, a passionate advocate, a fierce competitor, and a kind and genuine friend with a wicked sense of humor," Kim Hewski of Allentown wrote on this GoFundMe page. On Thursday, May 11, Lauren earned her associate degree from Brookdale Community College as a member of the…

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by Jon Craig
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Devoted South Jersey Mom Of 2 Jennifer Jones Dies At 39 Devoted South Jersey Mom Of 2 Jennifer Jones Dies At 39
Devoted South Jersey Mom Of 2 Jennifer Jones Dies At 39 Beloved South Jersey native and mother of two Jennifer Lynn (Gandy) Jones died at Inspira Hospital on Wednesday, May 3 aged 39. Born in Atlantic City, Jennifer grew up in Sea Isle City, settling in Vineland in 2005, her obituary says. Jennifer graduated from Sea Isle Elementary school in 1997 before earning her GED in 2000. She was then trained as both a home health aide and phlebotomist and had received several computer certifications, according to her memorial. Jennifer held various positions throughout the healthcare industry, most recently in the customer service department at My Cellp…

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by Valerie Musson
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‘We Are All Devastated:’ Mercer County Middle Schooler Jordan Jefferson Dies Suddenly At 13 ‘We Are All Devastated:’ Mercer County Middle Schooler Jordan Jefferson Dies Suddenly At 13
‘We Are All Devastated:’ Mercer County Middle Schooler Jordan Jefferson Dies Suddenly At 13 Tributes and donations are pouring in as the unexpected death of a Mercer County middle school student devastates the community. Jordan Jefferson died at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick on Friday, April 21, his obituary says. He was 13. Born in Trenton, Jordan was raised in Hamilton and had been attending Crockett Middle School. Jordan was described as a “simple, loving, and caring soul that impacted everyone he came across,” reads his memorial. He liked listening to music, playing video games, and dancing — an activity that helped both manifest and demonstrat…

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by Valerie Musson
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Beloved Trenton Resident Nicholas Medina Dies After Long Muscular Dystrophy Battle, 18 Beloved Trenton Resident Nicholas Medina Dies After Long Muscular Dystrophy Battle, 18
Beloved Trenton Resident Nicholas Medina Dies After Long Muscular Dystrophy Battle, 18 Beloved Trenton resident Nicholas Anthony Medina died at Capital Health Hopewell after a long and brave battle with muscular dystrophy on Friday, April 7. He was 18. Born in Hamilton, Nicholas lived in the area his entire life and graduated from the Mercer County Special Services School, his obituary says. He enjoyed watching movies, playing video games, and rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles. Most of all, Nicholas loved to spend time with his incredible family. Nicholas leaves behind his loving parents, Santos “Macho” Medina and Gabrielle Harney; paternal grandmother, Zoraida Carmona; m…

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by Valerie Musson
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South Jersey Mourns Death Of Loving Dad, Longtime Business Owner Ryan Coffey, 40 South Jersey Mourns Death Of Loving Dad, Longtime Business Owner Ryan Coffey, 40
South Jersey Mourns Death Of Loving Dad, Longtime Business Owner Ryan Coffey, 40 South Jersey is in mourning after the death of 40-year-old father and longtime business owner Ryan C. Coffey on Sunday, April 16. A lifetime Cape May County resident, Ryan lived in Del Haven at the time of his passing, his obituary says. He was a flooring installer and business owner who had serviced the area for two decades. Described as a “man of strength and humility who dedicated his existence to his family,” Ryan embraced his role as a devoted father to his two sons, Ryan and Shane Coffey, his memorial says. Ryan’s compassionate soul and endless altruism will be forever remembere…

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by Valerie Musson
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Universal Studios Employee From Philly Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle, 22 Universal Studios Employee From Philly Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle, 22
Universal Studios Employee From Philly Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle, 22 Beloved Philadelphia native Nina M. Valles died at Pennsylvania Hospital following a brave battle with sarcoma cancer on Thursday, April 27. She was 22 years old. Born and raised in South Philly, Nina worked for Universal Studios in Florida, her obituary says. She was known for her love for the beach, her compassion, and her free-spirited soul that connected effortlessly with those around her. Nina also loved traveling and “never missed an opportunity to just simply go places,” reads her memorial. Nina is the loving daughter of Colleen (fiancée Alex Nunez) Kenney and Richard (fiancée Geri…

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by Valerie Musson
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Bridgette 'Barbiee' Lutz Of Philadelphia Dies Suddenly, 29 Bridgette 'Barbiee' Lutz Of Philadelphia Dies Suddenly, 29
Bridgette 'Barbiee' Lutz Of Philadelphia Dies Suddenly, 29 Condolences were pouring in for Philadelphia woman Bridgette "Barbiee" Lutz. She died on April 24, 2023. She was 29 years old. Bridgette grew up in Grays Ferry having attended St. Gabriel's Elementary School, and later St. Maria Goretti High School, her obituary says. She went on to pursue a career in the legal field, ultimately working toward becoming a paralegal, according to her obituary. "Her intelligence, ambition, and commitment to her work were admired by her colleagues, friends and family," reads her obituary, which notes she was also passionate about her work as a makeup …

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by Cecilia Levine
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Philly HS Athlete Dies Same Day Of Leukemia Diagnosis Philly HS Athlete Dies Same Day Of Leukemia Diagnosis
Philly HS Athlete Dies Same Day Of Leukemia Diagnosis Support is on the rise for the family of a beloved Philadelphia high school athlete who died the same day he was diagnosed with leukemia. Kyle W. Limper died Thursday, April 13 as a result of a blood infection caused by leukemia, his obituary says. He was 16. A football player, wrestler, and runner at Kensington High School, Kyle was a “completely healthy and happy young man with no sign of illness,” reads his obituary. In addition to his impressive athletic feats, Kyle continuously earned straight A’s in school and even achieved perfect attendance. After high school, Kyle had dreams of …

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by Valerie Musson